06/02/2023
Do you travel through multiple time zones a lot? Is Jet lag something that you experience quite often? Suffering with jet lag often can be quite debilitating, so learning to manage it is crucial for maintaining good health.
I have a few tips that can help you get rid of jet lag quicker.
#1: Drink plenty of water๐ฆ
We can get quite dehydrated when we are sitting in that dry cabin air for a long time, so a crucial part of overcoming jet lag is drinking enough water. If you drink about 500ml for each hour that youโre flying, youโll feel a massive difference in your sleep, mood and energy when you arrive at your destination. Just remember to seat by the aisle if you do!
#2: Practice Grounding๐ฆถ
Traveling through time zones confuses our body's inner clock. To reset it, we can ground ourselves by walking barefoot outside, touching or hugging a tree, holding a rock, or immersing ourselves in water for a few minutes. This helps reset our body's inner clock and readjusts cortisol levels for better sleep.
#3: Exercise๐โโ๏ธ
According to research, exercise can assist in regulating circadian rhythms. It may not sound too appealing to exercise after travelling for a few days, but the quicker you get moving after you arrive, the quicker you can recover from jet lag and regulate your circadian rhythm.
When you get to your destination, you don't have to do a power workout or a long run, if youโre not feeling too much like exercising, iโd would just go for a walk(with bear feet if possible) or go swimming if there is this possibility, or whatever is available.
#4: Avoid Stimulants Until You Arrive.โ๏ธ
The most common advice for minimising jet lag is to limit caffeine, to***co, and ni****ne intake. These substances should be avoided because they overstimulate the central nervous system and can disrupt a circadian cycle that is already off balance.
How do you manage your jet lag? Iโd love to know in the comments below๐
